December weather forecast
New Castle, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Castle, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) is expected.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In New Castle, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4 snowfall days, and 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In New Castle, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in New Castle are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in New Castle, is 54.1°F (12.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In New Castle, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does New Castle have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in New Castle?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Castle have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in New Castle is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in New Castle is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Castle, AL

Average temperature in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
New Castle, AL

Average pressure in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Castle, AL

Average wind speed in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
New Castle, AL

Average humidity in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
New Castle, AL

Average rainfall in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
New Castle, AL

Average rainfall days in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Castle, AL

Average snowfall in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Castle, AL

Average snowfall days in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Castle, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Castle, AL

Average sunshine days in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
New Castle, AL

Average UV index in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
New Castle, AL

Average cloud cover in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
New Castle, AL

Average visibility in December - New Castle, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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